Kau Hospital in Pāhala, HI
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About Kau Hospital
Kau Hospital is a critical access hospital in Pāhala, Hawaii County, Hawaii. It reports its ownership to Medicare as public (state government). It provides emergency services. It does not currently have a CMS Overall Star Rating, which usually means it reports too few measures to be rated. It has 21 licensed beds, according to state license data via HIFLD.
Emergency room times
Lower times are better. Reporting period ending September 2025. Source: CMS Timely and Effective Care. What these numbers mean.
Map
19.20242, -155.47678
Frequently asked questions
Where is Kau Hospital located?
Kau Hospital is at 1 Kamani Street, Pāhala, HI 96777 in Hawaii County.
Does Kau Hospital have an emergency room?
Yes. Kau Hospital reports emergency services to Medicare, and patients spent a median of 79 minutes in its emergency department before leaving. In a life-threatening emergency, call 911.
What is the CMS star rating of Kau Hospital?
Kau Hospital does not have a current CMS Overall Star Rating. CMS only rates hospitals that report enough measures; critical access, psychiatric, VA and many small hospitals are often unrated, which says nothing about their quality.
Is Kau Hospital a trauma center?
We have no trauma center designation on record for Kau Hospital. Hospitals without one still treat injuries in their emergency department and transfer patients who need a trauma center. Check the Hawaii trauma program for the current list.
What is the phone number of Kau Hospital?
The main phone number on record with Medicare is (808) 932-4200.
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